Generally, we would not recommend any horizontal slat panel longer than 3.2m or 3200mm. Longer than this, and the slats become too weak and lack strength. We also suggest that panels longer than 2m or 2000mm use at minimum one slat support to increase panel strength.

Points to Note:

• 100mm slats are the strongest slat, and are more suitable to wider spans, followed by 65mm, and then finally 38mm being the weakest type of slat. Keep this in mind when deciding on the size of slat and width of your panels.

• If the panels are in High-Wind areas, you should consider reducing the span to increase the strength.

This is really up to you! Our slat products can be spaced at any distance you need, utilising our assorted packs of spacers. You can combine various size spacers to create any gap you require to suit the height of panel you need.

Points to Note:

• The smaller the gap you select, the more privacy the panel will offer, however the more material you will require, increasing the cost.

• If the panels are in High-Wind areas, consider selecting a larger slat gap, 20mm +, to reduce the area of the panel that is impacted by the wind.

• Your local council may have regulations on the permeability of fencing panels. If this is of concern to you, visit their website for more information, or give them a call.

The u-channel covers are directional, meaning they will only snap on in one direction.

1. Look at the cross sectional profile of the channel covers. You will notice that one side/leg is longer than the other.

2. The short side of the channel goes to the back of the u-channel, closest to the pier/post. The long side goes closest to the slats.

3. Once lined up, use a hammer and block of wood, starting from the top working your way down tapping the channel cover on. Using a clamp at at the top may help holding the cover in place if you are working solo.

Still won't go on?

• Very occasionally It may be due to uneven brickwork. Sometimes if the brickwork is uneven, the u-channels may be fixed in place, bowing in our out following the contour of the brickwork, making it difficult to get the channel cover on. If this is the case, if possible try loosening the fixings holding the u-channel to the brickwork, reducing the bow in the channel, and hopefully the covers will go on.

• If you have still had no luck, get in contact with us for further guidance. We are more than happy to help!

At minimum 3, however more won't hurt, especially with taller panels.

At minimum 1 on each side.

We recommend 600mm into the ground when concreting posts.